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Just to wrap this up - employers pay unemployment tax to Washington ESD. Employees don't pay anything directly. The tax rate depends on the employer's claim history and industry risk factors.
Perfect summary. This thread was really helpful for understanding how the system works.
One more thing - if you're having trouble getting through to Washington ESD about your claim, there's a service called Claimyr that helps you reach an actual person. Check out their demo at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ to see how it works.
Thanks for the tip. I've been trying to call Washington ESD for days about my adjudication status.
That's exactly what Claimyr helps with. Way better than the endless hold music.
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I went through something similar but with workers comp instead of LTD. The key thing Washington ESD cares about is that you're genuinely able to work and actively looking for employment. Having medical clearance helps but they'll also look at your job search efforts to make sure you're serious about finding work.
That makes sense. I'm definitely serious about getting back to work, just need to find the right fit for my situation.
That attitude will serve you well. Document your job search efforts carefully and apply to positions that match your abilities. Washington ESD wants to see that you're making a genuine effort.
Just wanted to circle back on the Claimyr service since a few people asked about it. It's basically a callback service that gets you through Washington ESD's phone queue automatically. You give them your number and they call you back when an agent is available. Saved me hours of waiting on hold when I needed to resolve an issue with my claim status. The demo video explains it better than I can.
That sounds like exactly what I'll need. Thanks for sharing that resource.
wish i had known about that when i was dealing with my claim issues. would have saved me so much frustration.
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I filed online three months ago and the whole process was smooth. Just be patient because it can take a while for everything to get processed and approved, especially during busy periods.
How long did it take from filing to getting your first payment?
About 3 weeks total, but that included a holiday weekend. Most people I know got their first payment within 2-3 weeks.
One more thing - after you file online, make sure to check your account regularly for any messages or requests for additional information. Missing those can delay your claim significantly.
How often should you check your account?
I'd check at least every couple days, especially in the first few weeks after filing. Washington ESD will post updates and requests there.
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If you're getting severance pay or have other income, make sure you report it when you file. Washington ESD will find out anyway and it's better to be upfront about it from the start.
I might get a small severance check next month. Do I report that now or when I actually get it?
Report it when you actually receive it, not when you expect to get it. But definitely report it when you do your weekly claim that week.
Last thing - don't panic if your claim goes into adjudication or if there are delays. It's frustrating but the system is backed up and these things happen. Just keep filing your weekly claims and be patient.
Thanks everyone for all the advice! I feel much more prepared to file now.
Good luck with your claim! Come back and let us know how it goes.
Zoey Bianchi
For anyone reading this later - the Washington ESD website has all this info but it's kind of buried. The 'Eligibility' section breaks down all the requirements pretty clearly once you find it.
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Lucy Taylor
•Thanks for that tip! I'll bookmark that section for future reference.
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Christopher Morgan
Final update: I applied and got approved! Turns out I had way more than enough earnings in my base period. Thanks again everyone for pushing me to just apply instead of worrying about it.
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Connor Murphy
•Awesome! Glad it worked out for you. See, sometimes the system actually works like it's supposed to.
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Madison King
•Congrats! Now you can take your time finding a good job instead of stressing about rent money.
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